Empathy Practice Worksheet

Practice empathetic responses so your help doesn’t sound dismissive, using a structured worksheet grounded in evidence-based communication skills.

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When to Use This Tool
A leader who's been told they come across as dismissive even when they're trying to be helpful
A client whose relationships suffer because they move to problem-solving before the other person feels heard
Someone who wants to strengthen their connection to colleagues or team members
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Tool Classification
Domain
Relationships
Type
Worksheet
Phase
Action Reflection
Details
30 min Between sessions As-needed
Topics
Communication Emotions

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1 Analytical leader told they are not approachable or emotionally available to their team
Context

Your client received feedback in their 360 that team members find them hard to approach with problems and that they do not feel heard in one-on-ones. Your client is surprised - they believe they are supportive and open. They are skeptical the feedback is accurate but willing to examine it. The gap between their self-perception and the data is significant.

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